Independent Living Support Specialist

Praxis Care; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Praxis Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join Mantlin Cottage Kesh. The role involves assisting individuals to develop independent living skills, supporting domestic and social activities, and contributing to person-centred plans.

A team approach ensures a safe living environment and adherence to policies. Applicants will work across flexible patterns, with 39-hour full-time equivalents pro rata to contracted hours, and a commitment to safeguarding, rights, and dignity.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience in health and social care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with domestic or social skills and personal care.
• Collaborate closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.
• Work with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations arising from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.
• Ensure that medication is stored and administered in accordance with Praxis Care’s Medication Policy where necessary.
• Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service's reporting guidelines.
• Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Disabilities support

Job description

Praxis Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join Mantlin Cottage Kesh. The role involves assisting individuals to develop independent living skills, supporting domestic and social activities, and contributing to person-centred plans.

A team approach ensures a safe living environment and adherence to policies. Applicants will work across flexible patterns, with 39-hour full-time equivalents pro rata to contracted hours, and a commitment to safeguarding, rights, and dignity.